Forklift Operator II

Zebra Technologies • Kenosha, WI

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About The Position

At Zebra, the role supports shipping, receiving, storage, distribution, and order fulfillment by performing physical and administrative warehouse tasks. The operator uses a powered industrial truck to transport materials within the facility and routinely works with warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, forklifts, and computers. This is a second-shift position, Monday through Friday, 3:45 p.m. to 12:15 a.m. Pay is $21.00 per hour plus a $1.00 shift differential. The role may also earn a performance-based annual cash incentive targeted at 3% of base pay, subject to the applicable incentive plan.

Requirements

• Less than one year of proven experience as a forklift operator in a warehouse setting or similar environment.
• Proficiency operating industrial forklifts and other warehouse equipment, including stand-up reach trucks, sit-down order pickers, and pallet jacks.
• Full knowledge of all functions within the assigned area.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Experience using RF equipment for transporting, receiving, and loading functions.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures related to forklift operation.
• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality checks on inbound and outbound shipments.
• Pick and stage orders for shipping.
• Load, unload, put away, stack, and stage products and materials using a forklift or other powered equipment.
• Enter ERP system transactions for inbound and outbound shipments.
• Learn to use handheld RF scanners and the Warehouse Management System to fulfill orders.
• Maintain inventory accuracy.
• Handle and control hazardous materials on inbound and outbound shipments.
• Follow 5S safety and housekeeping practices and applicable regulations.
• Complete required safety training and follow protocols in risk situations.
• Use personal protective equipment appropriate to assigned tasks.
• Maintain certification for powered industrial trucks, including sit-down forklifts, dock stockers, and powered pallet jacks.
• Perform activities to evaluate and maintain equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare and insurance offerings, including traditional insurances.
• Wellness offerings.
• Continued learning and development offerings.
• Community service days.
• Parental leave.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid time off offerings, depending on country of employment.
• Flexibility options for teams, including hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day.
• Opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, targeted at 3% of base pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed